10-27-11

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Today's MLB Picks

Texas at St. Louis

The Rangers look to close out the series and build on their 7-1 record in their last 8 games versus a left-handed starter. Texas is the pick (+100) according to Dunkel, which has the Rangers favored by 1/2 a run. Dunkel Pick: Texas (+100). Here are all of today's picks.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 27 Time Posted: 8:00 a.m. EST (10/25)

Game 961-962: Texas at St. Louis (8:05 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Texas (Lewis) 16.134; St. Louis (Garcia) 15.609 Dunkel Line: Texas by 1/2; 8 Vegas Line: St. Louis (-120); 7 Dunkel Pick: Texas (-100); Over

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Today's NHL Picks

Washington at Edmonton

The Oilers look to build on their 5-1 record in their last 6 games as a home underdog. Edmonton is the pick (+145) according to Dunkel, which has the Oilers favored by 1/2 a goal. Dunkel Pick: Edmonton (+145). Here are all of today's picks.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 27 Time Posted 7:30 a.m. EST

Game 51-52: Winnipeg at Philadelphia (7:00 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Winnipeg 10.551; Philadelphia 10.278 Dunkel Line & Total: Winnipeg by 1/2; 6 Vegas Line & Total: Philadelphia (-230); 5 1/2 Dunkel Pick: Winnipeg (+190); Over

Game 53-54: Columbus at Buffalo (7:00 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Columbus 11.049; Buffalo 12.305 Dunkel Line & Total: Buffalo by 1 1/2; 5 Vegas Line & Total: Buffalo (-210); 5 1/2 Dunkel Pick: Buffalo (-210); Under

Game 55-56: Montreal at Boston (7:00 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Montreal 12.194; Boston 11.189 Dunkel Line & Total: Montreal by 1; 6 Vegas Line & Total: Boston (-200); 5 Dunkel Pick: Montreal (+170); Over

Game 57-58: Toronto at NY Rangers (7:00 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Toronto 10.596; NY Rangers 11.533 Dunkel Line & Total: NY Rangers by 1; 4 1/2 Vegas Line & Total: NY Rangers (-150); 5 1/2 Dunkel Pick: NY Rangers (-150); Under

Game 59-60: NY Islanders at Pittsburgh (7:00 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: NY Islanders 11.393; Pittsburgh 11.077 Dunkel Line & Total: NY Islanders by 1/2; 6 Vegas Line & Total: Pittsburgh (-200); 5 Dunkel Pick: NY Islanders (+170); Over

Game 61-62: Florida at Ottawa (7:30 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Florida 11.268; Ottawa 10.911 Dunkel Line & Total: Florida by 1/2; 4 1/2 Vegas Line & Total: Ottawa (-115); 5 1/2 Dunkel Pick: Florida (-105); Under

Game 63-64: Tampa Bay at Nashville (8:00 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Tampa Bay 10.847; Nashville 11.562 Dunkel Line & Total: Nashville by 1/2; 5 1/2 Vegas Line & Total: Nashville (-110); 5 Dunkel Pick: Nashville (-110); Over

Game 65-66: Anaheim at Minnesota (8:00 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Anaheim 11.101; Minnesota 10.780 Dunkel Line & Total: Anaheim by 1/2; 4 Vegas Line & Total: Minnesota (-115); 5 Dunkel Pick: Anaheim (-105); Under

Game 67-68: Los Angeles at Dallas (8:30 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Los Angeles 12.292; Dallas 11.138 Dunkel Line & Total: Los Angeles by 1; 4 Vegas Line & Total: Los Angeles (-120); 5 Dunkel Pick: Los Angeles (-120); Under

Game 69-70: Washington at Edmonton (9:30 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Washington 11.417; Edmonton 11.586 Dunkel Line & Total: Edmonton by 1/2; 5 Vegas Line & Total: Washington (-165); 5 1/2 Dunkel Pick: Edmonton (+145); Under

Game 71-72: New Jersey at Phoenix (10:00 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: New Jersey 11.926; Phoenix 11.366 Dunkel Line & Total: New Jersey by 1/2; 4 1/2 Vegas Line & Total: Phoenix (-125); 5 Dunkel Pick: New Jersey (+105); Under

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NCAA Football Game Picks

Virginia at Miami (FL)

The Cavaliers look to build on their 5-2 ATS record in their last 7 games as a road underdog of 10 1/2 points or greater. Virginia is the pick (+14) according to Dunkel, which has the Hurricanes favored by only 10 1/2. Dunkel Pick: Virginia (+14). Here are all of this week's picks.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 27 Time Posted: 11:00 p.m. EST (10/26)

Game 105-106: Virginia at Miami (FL) (8:00 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Virginia 86.053; Miami (FL) 96.323 Dunkel Line: Miami (FL) by 10 1/2; 43 Vegas Line: Miami (FL) by 14; 48 1/2 Dunkel Pick: Virginia (+14); Under

Game 107-108: Rice at Houston (8:00 p.m. EST) Dunkel Ratings: Rice 72.915; Houston 102.050 Dunkel Line: Houston by 29; 74 Vegas Line: Houston by 27; 70 1/2 Dunkel Pick: Houston (-27); Over

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CAPPERS ACCESS

Miami-Fla
Texas Rangers

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JOE WIZ DAILY FREE PICK

Under 7.5 runs bet. St.Louis and Texas

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SPORTS WAGERS

Toronto +135 over N.Y. RANGERS

It really does not matter whether it’s James Reimer or Jonas Gustavsson in net for the Leafs tonight because Toronto is in a great spot. Despite losing its last game in Philly, it was perhaps Toronto’s finest game to date and anything close to that effort gives us an outstanding chance of cashing this ticket. Jake Gardiner has been a real find for the Leafs and youngsters Nazem Kadri and Matt Frattin have also looked terrific in the early going. Throw in face-off specialist Dave Steckel, the pesky and effective Phillipe Dupuis, two very decent lines, some early season confidence and the Maple Leafs might be a lot more dangerous than originally thought. They now catch the Rangers returning home for the first time this year after seven games in three countries and close to a month of traveling. That’s about as tough and unkind of an opening set ever put out for any team and while the Rangers may benefit down the road, they’re very likely to be sluggish in this one. The Rangers won three of their last four games on that excursion but looks can be deceiving. They were extremely weary in its last two games, being completely dominated by the Canucks and they were one of two teams this season that have been outplayed by the Flames. Even at its very best, and they don’t figure to be close to that, this would not be an easy assignment for New York. Play: Toronto +135 (Risking 2 units).

Anaheim +100 over MINNESOTA

If there’s such a thing as a good loss, the Ducks are coming off of one in Chicago in a game that they were crisp, aggressive and a whole lot sharper than they had been in previous games. Jonas Hiller rebounded after two shaky starts and when he’s on, he’s one of the best in the game. The Ducks have dropped three in a row and will play the second game of a season-long seven-game trip here. Although they haven’t showed it yet, this year’s edition of the Ducks is much improved over last year’s, especially defensively and it’s only a matter of time before they get rolling. The Wild are among the league’s weaker teams. They made some questionable off-season moves and just like last year, they cannot put the puck in the net. In fact, the Wild have scored two or less in six of their past seven and five of those went into OT. On a list of teams that are risky wagers as chalk, Minnesota would be at the top of that list and anytime we can play the Ducks over the Wild and are not required to lay anything, you can instantly pencil us in. Play: Anaheim +100 (Risking 2 units).

Florida +101 over OTTAWA

The Senators have won three in a row and as a result, their value has increased. Ottawa has some nice pieces in place but they’re still a big work in progress and those growing pains are going to be there all season long. The Sens last three wins have come against Winnipeg, Columbus and Carolina, not exactly the cream of the crop. Now they’ll play an undervalued Panthers club that has won four of its last six with only losses over that span coming against the undefeated Caps and the talented Sabres. Keep your eye on highly touted rookie goaltender Jacob Markstrom. He’s been even better than advertised and has stonewalled his previous two opponents. The Panthers have seven power play goals on the road this season, tied with Colorado for most in the NHL. That bodes well here against a young Senators defense that has been prone to taking penalties. Ottawa has allowed a league-high 13 power-play goals in 47 chances. Only the Lightning have committed more infractions and the Sens penalty killing percentage of 72% is also last in the league. Special teams and goaltending ultimately are responsible for a large percentage of games and that gives the Panthers a great chance for success here. Play: Florida +100 (Risking 2 units).

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FantasySportsGametime

MLB Baseball Thursday

Play Texas (+105) over St. Louis (Top MLB Play)
Starts at 8:00 PM EST

Colby Lewis has won 7 of the last 10 games vs. National League Opponents and he has also won 11 of the last 18 road games when the total posted is between 7 and 8.5 runs. Colby Lewis has an ERA of 1.35 vs. St. Louis over his career and he has an ERA of 2.94 over the last three overall starts.

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NHL Hockey Thursday

Play Philadelphia (-230) over Winnipeg (Top NHL Play)

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Sportsbook Investing for 10/27

Play of the Day St. Louis Cardinals -114 over Texas Rangers

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Chase Diamond (ksp)

100 DIMES 71% LIFETIME DOLPHINS +11

50 DIMES AKRON +8

50 DIMES GTECH +4

30 DIMES EAGLES -3

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David Banks

Virginia Cavaliers vs. Miami Hurricanes
ACC Coastal Division gridiron action headlines the Thursday night broadcast on ESPN when the Virginia Cavaliers (4-3, 2-5 ATS) invade Coral Gables to lock horns with the Miami Hurricanes (4-3, 4-3 ATS); kick-off from Sun Life Stadium is set to go at 8:00 ET.
The Wahoos are in the midst of the football program’s best season since the Al Groh days, as head coach Mike London’s kids are 67 percent of the way towards going bowling having already tallied four wins on the season. They were favored to win their fifth game of the year last week at home against NC State, but after upsetting the nationally ranked Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets the week before, head coach Mike London’s kids suffered a major letdown and lost outright 28-14. Virginia is 1-1 SU and 0-2 ATS in its two road games played to date winning at Indiana while coming up short in Chapel Hill against UNC. The Cavs are just 3-9 ATS their L/12 ACC tussles.
With the resume new head coach Al Golden brought over with him from Temple, it was only going to be a matter of time until the Hurricanes started playing like the championship versions college football fans had grown so fond of in the past. The season started amidst suspensions and a gut busting loss at Maryland, but the Canes have settled in nicely winning each of their last two games to move into third place within the Coastal Division rankings. After falling in the last minute at Virginia Tech, Miami responded with a solid effort at North Carolina before throttling Georgia Tech by limiting its potent ground attack to just 134 yards while keeping it off the scoreboard in three quarters. Miami’s won three of four at home while going 2-2 ATS and stands 5-2 ATS its L/7 Thursday night confrontations.
Virginia shocked Miami as 14-point home underdogs last season; the loss ended up being one of the final nails to get hammered into former head coach Randy Shannon’s coffin. The loss snapped the Canes two game SU & ATS win streak in their recent series with the Cavaliers. Miami rolled UVA 52-17 as 14.5-point chalk the last time it hosted this rivalry back in 2009. Virginia is 5-3 ATS the L/8 times it went off the board an underdog of 10.5 points or more, but it has only covered the closing number twice in eight tries on Thursday nights. Miami is just 1-7 ATS after posting back-to-back SU wins, but has won and covered each of its L/3 games played under the Thursday night lights. The ‘over’ is 3-1 the L/4 times these programs faced one another in Miami.
PICK: Virginia/Miami OVER

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Benjamin lee Eckstein "Mr Chalk" 2011 MLB World Series.

Ben lee won on Monday with the Rangers -$140/Cardnials.

For game 6 on Thursday "Mr Chalk" likes the Cardnials -$110/Rangers.

Ben lee also had the Cardnials for game 6 on Wednesday but the game was rained out.

"Mr Chalk" is 15-6 + 445 for the 2011 MLB AL/NL Playoffs.

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NHL PREDICTIONS
Kevin

1* Los Angeles Kings @ Dallas Stars: UNDER 5 GOALS (-118)
(Note: I'm risking 1.18 units to win 1 unit)

1* Columbus Blue Jackets @ Buffalo Sabres: BUFFALO SABRES -1.5 [Puck Line] (+152)
(Note: I'm risking 1 unit to win 1.52 units)

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R&R Totals TOP NHL play Thursday 10-27

PITTSBURGH/NY ISLANDERS UNDER

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Sammyp

20* texas rangers
20* florida panthers

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Jason Sharpe

5* St. Louis Cardinals ML